[CA] CCGI FLASH #2:  CCGI Key Takeaways

The California College Guidance Initiative (CCGI) is an essential statewide program designed to help students in grades 6-12 navigate their educational journey from high school to college. The initiative supports students through CaliforniaColleges.edu, the official platform for college and career planning in California.

Here are the main takeaways from the latest update on CCGI’s statewide implementation:

• What is CCGI?

  • CCGI is part of California’s Cradle-to-Career (C2C) Data System.
  • It offers tools to help students plan their college and career paths.
  • CCGI helps students apply for college and financial aid with streamlined processes.

• Statewide Scaling for Grades 9-12

  • All public schools with students in grades 9-12 must partner with CCGI by January 1, 2026.
  • Schools must provide transcript-informed Partner Accounts to their students by June 30, 2026.

• What are Partner Accounts?

  • Partner Accounts are personalized student accounts on CaliforniaColleges.edu.
  • They include transcript data, which shows the courses students have completed and their progress towards meeting college eligibility requirements.
  • Students can view how their coursework aligns with the requirements for California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) admissions.

• Why Partner Accounts Matter

  • Students can use their accounts to:
    • Track academic progress.
    • Launch applications for CSU, UC, and California Community Colleges (CCC).
    • Automatically import their courses and grades into their college applications.
    • Apply for financial aid, including FAFSA and California Dream Act Application (CADAA).

• Key Deadlines for Schools

  • Schools must sign data-sharing agreements with CCGI by January 1, 2026.
  • By June 30, 2026, schools must submit student transcript data to CCGI and ensure students have access to full Partner Accounts.

• Supporting Equity in Education

  • The goal of CCGI is to provide equal access to college and career planning resources, especially for students who lack guidance or support.
  • It ensures that every student has the tools to succeed in their transition from high school to college.

• Tools for Schools

  • Schools and counselors can use reports generated by CCGI to:
    • Monitor student progress.
    • Ensure that courses meet A-G requirements, essential for UC and CSU admissions.

• Next Steps for Non-Partner Schools

  • Non-partner schools will have access to Basic Accounts starting in Fall 2024.
  • These accounts provide basic tools but do not include transcript data.
  • Schools are encouraged to become Partner LEAs to offer students full access to CCGI’s resources.

Conclusion

CCGI is a crucial initiative aimed at helping California students smoothly transition from high school to college. By providing critical tools and resources, CCGI makes it easier for students to track their academic progress, apply to colleges, and seek financial aid. Schools must meet the upcoming deadlines to ensure their students can benefit from this important program.

For more details, visit CaliforniaColleges.edu.

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